1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Kia |
Model | Sports Convertible | Sorento |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |